Evelyn Gentry Obituary
Cynthia Evelyn Gentry, age 102, passed away December 1, 2025 at Mountain City Care and Rehabilitation Center. She was born August 15, 1923 to the late Denton Johnson, Sr. and Una Louisa Johnson. In addition to her parents, Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband, Thurman Gentry, one sister, and four brothers.
Evelyn was a lifelong resident of Johnson County. She was born in Johnson Hollow and lived in Johnson County all her life.
Those left to cherish her memories include her children, Carolyn Davis of Rose Hill, VA, Ted Gentry of Mountain City, Becky Gentry of Mountain City, and Scott Gentry of Mountain City; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
There will be no formal service held.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Mountain City Care and Rehabilitation Center for their dedication and service.
Condolences may be sent to the family through our website at www.mountaincityfh.com.
The family of Cynthia Evelyn Gentry has entrusted her care to Mountain City Funeral Home, 224 S. Church Street, Mountain City, TN 37683.
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224 South Church Street, Mountain City, TN 37683
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